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New multimillion-dollar amphitheater unveiled for downtown Austin

Aher downtown Austin park is getting a facelift. Thanks to a $15 million grant from the Moody Foundation, Waterloo Park will soon be home to an outdoor amphitheater, which will host concerts, community events, and the performing arts.

The Moody Amphitheater, designed by Thomas Phifer & Partners, will be a "unique steel and translucent stage-house structure" with a great lawn large enough for 5,000 people. The revamped 11-acre park will also feature gardens, play areas, and 1.5 miles of trails. Construction is slated to begin this year and wrap up in 2019.

The park's makeover is part of the Waller Creek Conservancy's plan to transform the downtown corridor, connecting Waterloo Park to Lady Bird Lake with 37 acres of trails and prime green space. Dubbed the Waller Creek Park, the project includes updates to Palm Park, new public art installations, and more community events like the annual Creek Show.